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Take Charge of Your Finances with a Quick Readiness Check

Financial wellness is a state of being in which you can meet current and future financial obligations. Enjoying life is easier when you have a solid financial plan in place.

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Making a Quit Plan to Kick Tobacco Habit

MCCS has partnered with YouCanQuit2 to provide Marines and their family members with additional resources to assist in kicking the habit of tobacco use.

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Smart Ways to Use Your Tax Refund

Maximize your tax refund by saving, investing, or paying off debt to boost financial security and achieve long-term goals.

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Healthy Relationship Foundations - START HERE

Strong relationships start with a solid foundation. Whether it’s with your partner, family, or friends, healthy communication, trust, and mutual respect are key.

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Are You Ready to Conquer the CFT?

Combat Fitness Training for the Combat Fitness Test (CFT) season is here.

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Get to Know Your TEO

Get to Know Your TEO

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Recurring Events at MCAS Miramar

If you are looking for activities, workshops, and family events to take part of on base, here is a list of recurring events that you can get involved in at Miramar.

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10 Interview Questions You Must Be Prepared to Answer

Are you preparing for your next job interview? If you want to impress the interviewer there are some crucial questions that you must be ready to answer.

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Family Conversations Around Grade School Transitions

School Liaisons are here to help guide your family through elementary to middle and middle to high school transitions.

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The Military Student Assistance Group Eases Transitions for Military Children

The Military Student Assistance Group (MilSAG), founded by Twentynine Palms High School junior William Sumption Jr., helps new military-connected students adjust to their new environment by offering peer-led support and local insights. Backed by the Youth Connections initiative and School Liaison Program, MilSAG fosters student connection, combats isolation, and exemplifies youth-driven leadership in the Marine Corps community.

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Plan For a Successful Transition This Summer For Your Child

No matter where you are currently located or where you are headed, resources are available to assist your child during their next PCS.

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Maximize Your Chances of Landing the Job: Tips and Ticks from HR on Interviewing

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Tattoos: Your Canvas, Your Training.

For some, getting a tattoo is considered a right of passage built within the military culture, but did you know that getting inked could affect your body’s hydration status?

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Build Your Spiritual Fitness by Exploring the Great Outdoors

Mindfully spending time in nature has been shown to strengthen spiritual fitness, help fight depression, lower anxiety, and boost your immune system and overall well-being.

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Get Beyond “Fine” Talking to Your Kids

Discover tips on how to engage your children in ways that go beyond surface-level responses and foster real connection.

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How Do I Know What College Is Right for Me?

Discover the perfect college fit tailored to your unique goals and lifestyle. Let the Voluntary Education Center at your installation help guide you through the process of finding the right education path.

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Stay Safe on Your Next Outdoor Adventure

Things to consider before your next outdoor adventure.

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PCS Child Care Costs Pilot Program

The Department of Defense kicked off a three-year pilot program meant to reimburse service members up to $1,500 for travel-related expenses incurred for a temporary child care provider following a permanent change of station move.

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Working Through Tough Transitions With Children

Be aware of signs that may have negative impact on your child’s transition and try some of these best practices to help ease theirs and your Permanent Change of Station (PCS) move.

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Connecting to Others through Clear Communication

Ever received an email or heard a term and had absolutely no idea what they were saying? Clear communication is key to building that connection to others.

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Summer is the Perfect Time to Volunteer

Each installation has a variety of programs that are looking for volunteers throughout the summer months. Decide today to volunteer at your installation while gaining new friends, getting the inside scoop on your installation’s upcoming activities, and providing support to youth programs within your community.

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Unplug and Spend Time Outdoors as a Family

Now is the time to put the electronics aside, choose a trail, and spend time outdoors with your family.

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Get Your Babysitting Certificate

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Social Media, Resilience, and Well-being

In today’s fast-paced digital world, social media can be a powerful tool to support your mental health journey.

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Bring a M4L Rep on Your Transition Journey

Marine for Life Representatives are embedded in communities throughout the United States and build and sustain networks of Marine-friendly employers and local resources.

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Networking Strategies for Employment-Seeking Veterans and Military Spouses

The Marine For Life Network is powerful for those transitioning service members and spouses seeking employment.

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Develop Community & Connections at Your New Duty Station

L.I.N.K.S. will also help equip families with the skills to better connect and invest in a new community – on base or off.

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When Should You Sign Your Child Up for Swim Lessons?

Discover the perfect time to enroll your child in swim lessons, while also keeping their maturity, developmental abilities, and comfort level of water in mind.

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Time for a Budget Checkup

Financial checkups are designed to ensure you are on track with your goals and prepared for any unexpected changes.

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Stay Connected and Informed on Your Child's Education

A new school year is about to begin, and you might be wondering how to stay up-to-date on the latest information from the school. Stay connected with your child(ren)’s education and school by following their social media channels, volunteering at the school, or signing your kid(s) up for extracurricular activities.

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Planning for the Transition to Civilian Life

Preparing Marines for the civilian workforce.

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The Virtual Hope Box: An App Every Marine Needs

Life in the Marine Corps can be hectic. We could all use a break every now and again to center ourselves and collect our thoughts. The Department of Defense Virtual Hope Box app can help you do just that.

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Use Your Creative Side to Strengthen Your Coping Skills

Whether making art alone, with your family, in the community, or with an art therapist, creative coping can help you “draw” your way to better health and family readiness.

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Dangers of Limited Sleep

Many factors could be causing damage to your sleep. Luckily, there are things you can do about it to turn those bad habits into good ones.

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Keep More in Your Wallet During the Holidays

Five tips to keep more cash in your wallet while enjoying the holiday season.

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Helping Young Adults with Special Needs Transition to College

The transition from high school to college can be challenging for students with disabilities, requiring them to actively advocate for themselves and seek support. With early preparation, self-advocacy, using campus resources, and building a support network, students with disabilities can successfully navigate this transition and thrive in college.

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Spouses Benefit from Self-Care While Marines Are Deployed

It is important to care for your mind, body, and spirit throughout your Marine’s deployment.

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Game On: How Sports Shape Military Leaders

Intramural sports and esports offer Marines a powerful way to build teamwork, sharpen critical skills, and strengthen unit cohesion—on and off duty.

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How To Improve Your Credit Score in the Upcoming Year 

A solid understanding of personal finances will help with understanding the impacts on credit scores, and how to improve them.

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Leverage Military Experience for a Civilian Job

From leadership and discipline to technical expertise and problem-solving abilities, leverage your military experience for a civilian job.

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Fine Tune Fitness with Volume Control

Whether you’re training for readiness or recovery, balance is everything.

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Create a Card to Show a Teacher Your Appreciation

Create a Card to Show a Teacher Your Appreciation - Printable coloring pages!

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Not All Family Members See Things the Same Way

Marine Corps Family Team Building offers a workshop called Four Lenses which helps to navigate the diverse ways we view the world and function in it.